Cochinita pibil
Cochinita pibil is a traditional Mexican dish that is a slow-roasted pork dish that originates from the Yucatan Peninsula. The meat is marinated in a flavorful blend of citrus juices, achiote paste, and various spices, which gives it a unique and tangy taste. Traditionally, it is wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an underground oven called a "pib," hence the name "pibil." The result is tender, juicy, and packed with aromatic flavors. Cochinita pibil is often served with warm tortillas, pickled onions, and a side of traditional Mexican rice and beans.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds pork shoulder cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 3 tablespoons achiote paste (available in Latin American grocery stores)
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Banana leaves (optional, for wrapping)
- Warm tortillas pickled onions, and rice to serve
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, achiote paste, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the chunks of pork shoulder to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Ensure that all the meat is well covered. You can use your hands or a spoon to mix it.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to penetrate the meat and make it more tender.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- If you have banana leaves, you can use them to wrap the marinated pork. Simply place some leaves on a baking dish, add the marinated pork on top, and then cover it with more banana leaves. If you don't have banana leaves, you can use aluminum foil instead.
- Place the wrapped pork in the oven and bake for about 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shreds apart.
- Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Unwrap it carefully.
- Serve the Cochinita pibil with warm tortillas, pickled onions, and traditional Mexican rice and beans.
Disclaimer
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Nutrition
Calories: 225kcal (11%)Carbohydrates: 5g (2%)Protein: 28g (56%)Fat: 10g (15%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 93mg (31%)Sodium: 107mg (5%)Potassium: 555mg (16%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 76IU (2%)Vitamin C: 15mg (18%)Calcium: 47mg (5%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
